How to do a Coffee Gateau

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

walnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: pecans

Almonds are often less expensive and provide a similar crunch.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Grease and flour a round cake pan.

In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Stir in the coffee and vanilla extract until combined.

In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, until just combined.

Fold in chopped walnuts for added texture.

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.

Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form, then fold in powdered sugar and cocoa powder for frosting.

Once the cake is cool, spread the whipped cream frosting on top and decorate with chocolate shavings.

Serve slices with a drizzle of espresso if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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